Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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